Novel-novel oleh Chibi Cazielle

REBECCA’s POV(PRESENT TIMES)THIS IS IT REBECCA…This is it indeed. I took another breath as I tried to calm myself. I couldn’t help but walk back and forth as I anxiously waited for him inside the vacant Science laboratory. I asked the staff to tell Ibarra to meet me here – with no clue if he would even be present to observe the taping today. But I had faith… and well yeah, I was too embarrassed and nervous to ask him myself.Talking to Heiji cleared my mind. Not just it but also my heart. I’ve always known what I wanted but I was too afraid to take action. There was too much to think about, a lot to consider. But I’m done sorting things out. I’m done letting my fear conquer me as well as considering the feelings of others before mine.So now, I will once again be brave and tell Ibarra that I—“Rebecca, you called for me?”My feet automatically shifted to face the door as I took one last breath before nodding. “Y-Yes. I did.”My eyes laid on him. He looked hesitant, more like… carefu

REBECCA’s POV(PRESENT TIME)“YOU KNOW WHAT…”My body jolted in surprise – eyes wide when I gazed at Heiji who just sat beside me. We were sitting on the edge of the stage. He was looking far ahead of us, voice calm but mixed with slight pain. I swallowed to remove the air blocking my throat. I thought everyone left already so I went there to think.“You’re a great hide and seek player. I couldn’t catch you for days, and finally today…” He finally looked at me, and I was immediately rained with his emotions.Pain, love, but it was also coated with understanding.“Today I finally found you…” He added with a soft voice. “Don’t worry, I’m just here to talk.”I felt guilty.I’ve been avoiding him and Ibarra for the past few days because I don’t really know what to tell them. Whenever I was alone, especially at home, my mind would replay scenes from the past and little by little I would get the meaning of their silent stares, that double meaning battle between him and Ibarra and I would oft

IBBARA’s POV“AND NOW! FOR THE last pair… I know all of us are waiting for them! The powerful duo—" The emcee joyfully announced and continued to blabber about us.In a bit, I knew he’d finally call out our section, and yet Marciella – who was obviously not from our section was standing smugly on the other side of the stage. She was wearing a lavish gown that was meticulously sewn by a well-known tailor paired with the shiniest diamonds any high school student could ever laid their eyes on. She looked extravagantly elegant as always, but her recent actions were as rusty as a forgotten ship in the sea.I stared at her and she smirked – completely decided about what she’s about to do right now. I couldn’t help but shake my head in disbelief.We’re really doing this, huh?As if our minds were connected, I got her message – challenging me with her eyes saying: Watch me.I responded with my own signature smirk combined with a: Don’t say I didn’t warn you look.“SECTION 4-16!!!” The emcee f

REBECCA’s POV(FEW HOURS BEFORE)I don’t know why but the moment I stepped inside the school, I got this ominous feeling. Like someone was eyeing me – secretly following my every step as I went up to our classroom. It was still a bit dark, so the room was also in the same state. I pushed the door open, but it didn’t go as wide as it used to be.My brows furrowed and I tried to push it again till I heard someone grunt. That – sent shiver all over my body. It felt like everything went in slow motion. I immediately let go of the heavy eco bag I was carrying before turning my back from the room. I was able to take three big steps until someone pulled me by my backpack and—!BOOM!I found myself lying on the floor – body slammed, and mind completely rattled. Good thing my backpack has costumes inside it, so I didn’t really feel the hard floor. A man was staring down at me. He wasn’t a student. He was not wearing our uniform. Fear crept inside me. There have been several reports where stude

IBBARA’s POV(BACKSTAGE)“Any updates?” I asked Hera as she walked closer to me. I let out another deep breath. I could no longer count how many times I did that. I was trying to calm myself, but instead, it was making me more anxious.She shook her head. “We still haven’t found her.”Out of all the days that Rebeca could go missing, it happened on the most important day of our high school life. The pageant day. I have no idea what happened. We did well during our last practice and I am certain that she wouldn’t go in hiding just because she chickened out.No. No. Definitely not her.I shook my head and once again let out a deep sigh.“I know this is not the time to say this… but you look cute when you’re getting anxious, Ibarra.” Hera teased that made me squint my eyes. She’s the only person who could make fun of me without hesitation.“Your friend is missing; may I remind you.”“I am completely aware. Heiji and the others are already checking everywhere.” Her expression became serio

REBECCA’s POV(CONTINUATION)I just got out of the clinic when I found Ibarra leaning on the wall. His hands were inside his pocket, and he looked like he was waiting for someone. The moment he realized that I was watching him, he stood up straight and faced me.My body moved on its own. I looked away as I puffed my cheeks, my arms also crossed in front of me and there’s no denying it… I was really feeling sour that he chose to hold Marciella instead of me.As he walked closer, I could hear his soft laughter. That made me jerk my head at him – and there it was! A suppressed chortle that he was trying to hold. I squinted as I waited for him to get closer.“Really? You find this funny?” I asked, voice coated with irritation.I mean… Who wouldn’t be?“I heard that the doctor already claimed you as a resident of our school clinic.” He razzed. “You really are accident prone, Chu.”“And who’s fault do you think it is?”His brows rose. “Are you saying it’s mine?”I huffed and muttered to myse

“I, CALEB ROSS, TAKE thee, Sunrise Dawn Zabel, as my lawfully wedded wife. Whatever may come our way, I promise to take care of you, protect you and to love you till I drew my last breath. God gave you to me when I almost believe that I will end up alone in this world. He gave me a reason to hold onto love, he gave me so much reason to love you. Some of it didn’t really make sense at first. I never asked God to give me a woman who do awesome lap dance! But then you came.”I chuckled even though I was crying so hard. With Caleb staring at me like this, and while hearing him say all of this, it was melting my heart.“I never thought this day would come… When I’d be excited to come home because I know, you and Sunny are there waiting for me. I love you more than anything else.” He kissed the back of my hand and I felt his lips trembling. He must have been trying so hard to stop himself

THE MOMENT BABY SUNNY was given to us, tears immediately surged from my eyes. It was a magical moment when I carried her in my arms. I had this wonderful feeling - like a strong bond was built within us.I looked at Dawn who was also crying in joy. I felt so proud of her. She was able to give birth without any complication. A brave woman with a soft heart. My heart beat faster as I stared at the two angels that God sent me.It made me sob even more. I am so grateful that I have them in my life.I never really thought that someone like her will come into my life. I was actually slowly accepting the fact that I'll grow old alone and single but God… He gave me a chance to live happily."Can I hold her?" Dawn asked in a faint voice."Yes love." I answered and tried to contain my tears.I placed baby Sunny on top of her but didn't rea

I HAPPILY NODDED and took my time to walk home. Carrying this watermelon-like tummy was hard. It feels like you are carrying 6000 ml of water with two hands. There were times when my knees suddenly wobble, but thank God there's always someone there to catch me or assist me to sit down.Well, I'm happy that this was about to end. And I'm excited to meet our baby.My brows furrowed when I went inside the house. It was silent but I saw shoes outside."Cass?" I called out but no one answered.Where the hell is he?I suddenly noticed that Dusk's room door was slightly opened. Whenever Cass visited us, he always used that room so I thought he was just changing but I felt something different this time. Like someone was pushing me to check the room.Out of curiosity, I walked closer and peaked at the opened door and there I saw&h

"LOVE, DO I LOOK okay?" I asked and glanced at Caleb with a half-smile on my lips. My seven months baby bump was calling the attention of whoever looked at me.I was wearing a white flowy gown with a glittery gold belt. Don't worry, it's just actually a garter so it wouldn’t hurt my baby Sunny. My dress looks like the one being worn by Greek Goddesses - but, the maternity version. It has a plunging neckline with extra silky cloth on the shoulders. I had a jacket ready in case I won’t be able to handle the coldness inside the cinema.I had my hair bun up, decorated with white and gold flower pins. I curled some of my hair and let it loose.Caleb didn't react so I felt worried."What? Too much?" I checked myself again in front of the mirror.He stood up and went behind me. I looked at him through his reflection and saw him smirk. His hands glided from m

"SUGARPLUM!" POPS GREETED me with excitement. He was already outside when we arrived. I hugged him and kissed him on his cheek."Where's Mom?""She's at the store. Busy with inventories. The cake from Zen just arrived.""Hi Pops. How are you?" Caleb smiled and placed his hand on Pops' shoulder."Doing well son." He smiled back.You have no idea how close they became after finding out that I was pregnant and when he proposed to me.It was nice to watch them together.No more shotgun for Caleb, I guess.We went inside the house and sat on the couch in the living room."I watched your interview this morning." Pops said while looking at Caleb. "It went smooth, thanks to you."I squinted my eyes. "So, you'r

“AND WERE BACK FOLKS!” Chibi focused her eyes on us again. “What I wanted to confirm again is… Why was Dawn at Caleb’s unit at that time?”"I can explain that.” Caleb started. “So, the reason why she went to my unit was to practice with me. She's not a trained actress so she needed help with the script, emotion and all. It just so happened that when we were photographed, we were in character."“In character…” Chibi had a sly smile on her face. “Then to confirm, you were already acting before going inside the apartment? Didn’t it occurred to you that some paparazzi might find that useful for a scoop?”“It did occur. But it was too late for me to realize it.”In character my ass! If I know you’ve been wanting to touch me that day.&ldquo